God meets us where we are............

Today I was looking through my "Notes" on Facebook... I came across the one I posted, the night before going in for my c-section to have Carson.  September 28, 2010 was a strange day... one of anticipation that the next morning I was going to finally see my son.  And fear, that it would be the same day I would say goodbye.  Yet in the midst of clashing emotions, God met me where I was at.  God knows our needs even more than we do.... he sees our hearts when even we can be in denial about what our hearts are saying....  Here is the post:
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010

For those of you that read Sarah Young's devotional "Jesus Calling", tomorrow's devotional was written for me I believe.  I decided this evening to turn to September 29th - Carson's Birthday; just hoping that God would speak.  And He of course did.  And this devotional led me to Psalm 139 and I was able to put Carson's name in place.  Praise You Jesus that Carson is Fearfully and Wonderfully made.  Praise you Jesus in advance for the birth and life of my son.
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6 weeks, 6 days old.... the first photo of our son

September 29, 2010 – Carson’s Birthday

“I am with you and all around you, encircling you in golden rays of light.  I always behold you face-to-face.  Not one of your thoughts escapes My notice.  Because I am infinite, I am able to love you as if you and I were the only ones in the universe.

Walk with Me in intimate love-steps, but do not lose sight of My Majesty.  I desire to be your closest friend, yet I am also your sovereign Lord.  I have created your brain with capacity to know Me as friend and Lord simultaneously.  The human mind is the pinnacle of My creation, but so few use it for its primary purpose – knowing Me.  I communicate continually through My spirit, My word, and My creation.  Only humans are capable of receiving Me and responding to My presence.  You are indeed fearfully and wonderfully made.”     
~Jesus Calling by Sarah Young~

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Oh yes, you shaped Carson first inside, then out;
you formed him in my womb.
I thank you, High God—you're breathtaking!

Finally in my arms ~ September 29, 2010

Body and soul, Carson is marvelously made!
I worship in adoration—what a creation!
You know Carson inside and out,
you know every bone in his body;
You know exactly how Carson was made, bit by bit,
how he was sculpted from nothing into something.
Like an open book, you watched Carson grow from conception to birth;
all the stages of his life were spread out before you,
The days of Carson’s life all prepared
before he'd even lived one day.

~Psalm 139:13-16 Msg~

10 Reasons to Give Thanks for Your Child with Special Needs

I stole this from Julie Webster's blog.... I changed it up just a "smidge" as some stuff seemed a little too, um, harsh  :0)  Hopefully you'll read this with a little humor and not take it too personal  :0)


1.  You never have to worry about worrying over nothing.  Let other parents obsess over the little stuff. Your child will make sure you always have something to worry about.

2.  Developmental delays = more years of hugs, kisses, and the little-kid sweetness.

3. Maybe someday, Ty Pennington will come build you a house!  Extreme Makeovers: Home Edition loves families of children with special needs.  Your little one may be your ticket to a lavish living space!

4.  Any little milestone is a cause to throw a party.  Your child works so hard for every step, sit-up and syllable, giving you lots to be excited about.

5.  Every day is a learning experience.  Some days it's a pop quiz, some days it's a crash course, but life with your child is always and education.  Since becoming a mommy I've also become a therapist, doctor, nutritionist, transit authority, lawyer...

6.  You have the privilege of putting several doctor's children through college.  Someone once asked me how I had a certain doctor's cell number.  I simply replied "It's one of the perks of paying his mortgage and car payment."

7.  You meet a great group of parents in waiting rooms and support groups  Your child frees you from having to hang out with those snotty parents on the playground, and gives you entry into an exclusive club of people who are sensitive, sarcastic, and sure of their priorities.

8.  You have an iron-clad escape excuse for any occasion.  You'd love to stay at that boring party, crowded event, endless church services, but, you know, your child just can't tolerate it.  It also moves you to the front of the line at Disney!  I overheard a little boy tell his mother "Thank goodness we have her with us!" as they approached the long line.

9.  Coming up with new strategies every day keeps your brain sharp.  They say doing crossword puzzles helps ward off Alzheimer's.  Figuring out your child's schedules and treatments and lessons and rights and restrictions must easily provide twice the protection.

10. Your blessings will always be fully counted.  You will never take for granted a gift that your child brings to you.  Not ever.

I found this awesome article written by Terri Mauro (http://specialchildren.about.com) and had to post with a little of my own experiences. Thank you Terri for this great list!